Job Description

Job Description

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

You will join some of the most talented and passionate professionals in the locomotive and off highway mining vehicle industry. As a member of Wabtec Light Fabrication group/division you will work with a team that is committed and results oriented. We recognize the value of having a diverse team and an inclusive culture. We believe a diverse team produces better ideas and is more successful at meeting the needs of our customers.

You will collaborate with a group of people who share your passion and help you succeed. Wabtec Light Fabrication Building is a great place to work for anyone who naturally focuses on continuous improvement, who feels ownership for their work, and who takes pride in exceeding customer needs.

How will you make a difference?

The Production Supervisor Specialist supervises our unionized hourly production workers who support manufacturing of the best locomotives and parts that move the world. The Production Supervisor Specialist is responsible for safely leading a team to assemble products to Wabtec’s quality standards. The Supervisor is also responsible for ensuring that his/her team is working efficiently and effectively, providing high quality products and customer service to Wabtec’s stakeholders.   

What do we want to know about you?

• Minimum two current years’ experience in supervisory role in manufacturing industry. 

• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing techniques and processes. 

• Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues that may arise and create solutions. 

• Basic shop math skills in all units of measuring, along with ability to read and use gauges and measuring instruments. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while having a high degree of attention to details. 

• Knowledge of production/materials control system. 

• Understanding of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing concepts and production schedules preferred. 

• Strong organizational skills 

• Demonstrates effective communication skills and interpersonal skills. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to influence, motive, coach, and drive accountability. 

 

What will your typical day look like?

• Monitor and maintain safety procedures and conditions to prevent accidents and provide a safe workplace.

• Supervise staff including hiring, employee communications, training, discipline, evaluation, and terminations responsibilities. 

• Drive customer satisfaction through detailed focus on product reliability. Provide direction and support for an assigned hourly production team encompassing EHS, Quality, Material, Process, and Delivery. 

• Help motivate all employees in his/her production team to perform their duties using established procedures to meet or exceed goals. 

• Planning, creating, and executing production plans for all shifts, based on the MRP plan, customer requirements, manpower (hours) and equipment availability, part availability, and develop recovery plans when demand is not met. 

• Lead and support all Continuous Improvement Activities. 

• Ownership of the department’s equipment, tooling, fixtures, key manufacturing processes, products and productivity. 

• Ensure all company policies are followed and take corrective actions accordingly. 

• Work with the Team Leads to develop and execute training plans for all operators to ensure they have the skills needed to do their jobs and are sufficiently cross trained to optimize resource usage safely and correctly. 

• Provide clear and accurate communication to the work group.  Ensure follow-up on issues and concerns are addressed in a timely manner. 

• Troubleshoot and solve operation problems when identified. 

• Promote culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and collaborate problem solving.  

• Work with sales, engineering, maintenance, inventory control to communicate work schedule and schedule necessary resources to support company. 

• Identify opportunities to increase employee engagement, motivation, and collaboration across work groups. 

• Responsible for all Time and Attendance functions.
• Maintain a robust financial plan for Budget, STRAP, Quarterly/monthly planning as it relates to VO/VL.

 

 

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between $79,100 – $112,800.

 

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare and retirement, are available at . Other benefits offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

 

Who are we?

 

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

 

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

 

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

 

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

 

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $77400-110300 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.

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Hourly pay, Full time, Work experience placement, Worldwide, All shifts,

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